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Major Problems with Audi RS6 - Statistics of Complaints

Below you may see what Audi RS6 model years had the most number of complaints over time. Though it does not necessarily mean that 2003, for instance, is the worst year for the RS6. Older RS6 vehicles tend to accumulate more problems over time, so you need to carefully explore the nature of the issues. Tap into specific years for more details.

Browse Audi RS6 problems by years

Worst Audi RS6 Problems

FRONT
2003 Audi RS6 December 15, 2007 Mileage: 35000 miles

Dynamic ride control (drc) is the suspension used on high-end audi sports cars (usually the r designation of the audi series: rs4, rs6, r8) it is very important to note that the r series is a lower volume production (there are less than 1,200 rs6's in the us) however the unpredictable and dangerous handling of the car coupled with volume and frequency of drc failures is unacceptable. many owners have had their suspensions replaced 2-6 times during the warranty period. my suspension components have been replaced 2.5 times. it is also important to note that most essential components in the ...

SHOCK ABSORBER
2003 Audi RS6 March 1, 2006 Mileage: 15000 miles

The drc fails. originally the car felt slippery on occasions. not always. dealer never found anything. once the warranty expired then they said the shocks were leaking and the drc is out in the front and the rest of them will go bad too. cost is at least $2,900 and could go up to over $6,000 if they fix everything, including labor. *tr

SUSPENSION
2003 Audi RS6 January 15, 2006 Mileage: 29000 miles

2003 audi rs6 - suspension failure - system leaked hydraulic fluid resulting in a very unstable ride. repair attempted by audi many times from jan to june, and after too much leg work on my part they almost fixed it. the car is better, but not normal, and this has affected many rs6's, and is a very dangerous system failure. *jb

What is the most common problem with Audi RS6?

Overall the worst problem with Audi RS6 relates to SUSPENSION problems. Browse the categories below to learn about the specific RS6 years that are prone to issues with these components.

SUSPENSION 24 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 5 SHOCK ABSORBER 4 SHOCK ABSORBER 4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 3 FRONT 3 REAR 3 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 1 TIRES 1 SIDEWALL 1 AUTOMATIC (ASC) 1 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 1

Number of Complaints Reported in the First Year

The information about Audi RS6 common problems is powered by the NHTSA official reports, recalls, and safety issues. Our algorithms turn raw data into structured categories and charts.